Children's Support Specialist

Childrens Support Specialist (Full-Time Hourly)

Location: Safe Haven Shelter
Schedule: Full-Time (Hourly)
Reports to: Director of Housing Initiatives

About the Role

We are seeking a compassionate and dependable Childrens Support Specialist to support children and families in our emergency shelter housing programs and community services.

In this role you will create a safe engaging and trauma-informed environment for children who have experienced crisis. Through structured activities play and positive connection you will help foster stability growth and a sense of normalcy.

This is a non-clinical direct service role focused on enrichment advocacy and support.

What Youll Do

• Plan and lead age-appropriate activities (arts & crafts games reading outdoor play)
• Facilitate individual and group programming that promotes life skills self-esteem and conflict resolution
• Build supportive relationships with children and caregivers
• Monitor childrens well-being and share updates with case management staff
• Maintain clean safe and welcoming childrens spaces
• Collaborate with shelter staff to support family-centered programming
• Participate in case review meetings and provide input on childrens needs
• Complete documentation service logs and data entry
• Provide advocacy and support to children impacted by domestic violence
• Assist with goal setting and safety planning for children
• Partner with caregivers to support positive parenting and child development
• Coordinate with community partners (schools childcare providers social services)
• Support or lead community education efforts on the impact of domestic violence on children
• Uphold confidentiality and trauma-informed care principles at all times

What Were Looking For

• Bachelors degree in Child Development Education Social Work or related field preferred
• 3 - 5 years of experience working with children (education childcare community programs etc.)
• Knowledge of trauma-informed care and domestic violence dynamics a plus
• Strong communication relationship-building and de-escalation skills
• Understanding of child development and ability to recognize concerns
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Experience working with diverse and underserved populations
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Valid drivers license reliable transportation and ability to travel

Why Join Us

• Make a meaningful impact in the lives of children and families
• Work in a mission-driven supportive environment
• Be part of a team dedicated to healing empowerment and community change

How to Apply

Submit your resume and a brief cover letter through Indeed or at

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin age disability veteran status or any other legally protected status.

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